Building, Insolvency, & QBCC: What to do if your builder becomes insolvent during your project
Blog, Construction, Insolvency
With rises in builders becoming insolvent, this issue is rapidly becoming Australia’s biggest concern...
Current events will attest that the biggest and most reputable builders are not impervious to an economic downturn. Companies…
What to Consider When Writing Your Will: Queensland Edition
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What are wills and why are they important?
Firstly, you might be wondering about the importance of a will. The importance of a will stems from its actual purpose. A will is a legal document that provides directions for your property…
Proposed changes to eConveyancing in Queensland
Blog, LawyersEconveyancing - It's E-asy!
NOTICE: We note the following announcement has been made by the Queensland Department of Resources, superseding the subsequent article which was correct at the time of posting.
Electronic conveyancing (or eConveyancing)…
The Impact of COVID-19 On Unfair Dismissal & Redundancy
Blog, LawyersThe Effect of COVID-19 on Dismissal & Redundancy
The COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly had a negative impact on many businesses financially, even forcing some to close. Employees of these businesses are not immune to the impacts and are…
Queensland’s Property ‘Saving Grace’ Period
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What is the New Settlement 'Grace Period' That Has Been Released?
In an exciting instalment to Queensland property transactions made under REIQ Contracts, there is now a settlement ‘grace period’ offered...
In Queensland,…
COVID-19 Employment & Workplace Rights
Blog, Employment Law, LawyersWhat are my rights as an employer?
As we encroach a 90% vaccination rate, it might seem superfluous to consider the risks in your workplace, however, with a 1 in 10 chance of an employee not being vaccinated, this poses great risk to your workplace,…
What makes a Great Litigator in Australia?
Blog, LawyersThe Top 5 Characteristics of High-Quality Australian Litigators
What makes a Quality Australian Litigator? Is it simply intellect and effective writing? Although those are important qualities and attributes to possess, a good litigator is required…
New Director ID Requirements with the ABRS & How They Might Affect You
Blog, LawyersDirectors need to take action and register for a Director Identification Number (DIN) in order to meet their obligations under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and the Treasury Law Amendment (Registries Modernisation and Other Measures) Act 2020…
Receivership, Voluntary Administration and Liquidation: What’s The Difference?
Blog, LawyersCompany directors need to understand the differences between receivership, voluntary administration and liquidation in case they are faced with the difficult situation of having to deal with a company in financial distress. Last year, a total…
Why Should I Use a Put & Call Option Agreement?
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A Put and Call Option Agreement is a beneficial opportunity for an individual or a property developer to sell or purchase land at a future point in time, with limited upfront commitment required by either party.
At the outset, there…